Minor in the History at Illinois College
18 hours in history, including 9 hours above the 100-level.
A history minor is designed for students who desire to understand the historical background of their major field and to provide an evolutionary or developmental perspective on the study and practice of their major field. Selection of courses will depend on the major and on the interests of the student.
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Requirements for a History Minor HI 151, 152, 211, 212; one course selected from 225, 228, 241, 246, 310, 320, 325, 352; one course selected from HI 221, 222, 323, 342; one course selected from 315, 316, 333, 334, 351. TOTAL: 21 semester hours Requirements for a Labor Studies Minor PR/LD 210; PS 301, 306, 325; HI 342, 360; PR 212; EC 110; one course from PY 295, PE 205, GE 212, HI 351 (when applicable), HI 353 (when applicable), HI/PS 310, HU 310 (when applicable), SS 310 (when applicable). TOTAL: 27 semester hours
A minor in history consists of at least 21 hours of courses completed with a "C" or better from history courses. At least 12 semester hours must be at the 300-level. Students must complete HIST-111(3), 112(3), and 203(3). Requirements - Teaching Certification: If you desire to be certified to teach history at the secondary level (grades 6-12), you are ordinarily required to major in social science with a history concentration. See the program requirements under the social science major. You must also complete the Teacher Certification Program in Secondary Education which includes an education minor, described in the education section.
Career Opportunities in History History majors from Eastern have pursued a variety of professional careers in teaching, business, museums, and politics, including the governorship of Illinois. The study of history also provides excellent background for postgraduate student in history, law, and library or historical administration. If you are still asking "What Can I Do With a History Major" click here. The History Department maintains files of job opportunities, and faculty use their professional contacts to assist history students who would like career guidance.
With thirty faculty members and about 600 full-time undergraduate and graduate students, the Illinois State University History department is one of the largest in the state. We offer over 100 undergraduate and graduate courses, which range in time from ancient history to the present, in area from North America and Europe to Africa, the Middle East, East Asia, and Latin America, and in scope from politics, economics and religion to diplomatic, cultural, social, intellectual, and military history.
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